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telephone in German

telephone in German is Telefon, Fernsprecher, Telephon — telephone means to call someone or pass on information using a phone.

telephone in German

Telefon
noun
(countable, telephony) A telecommunication device (originally mechanical, and now electronic) used for two-way talking with another person (now often shortened to phone).
Fernsprecher
noun
(countable, telephony) A telecommunication device (originally mechanical, and now electronic) used for two-way talking with another person (now often shortened to phone).
Telephon
noun
(countable, telephony) A telecommunication device (originally mechanical, and now electronic) used for two-way talking with another person (now often shortened to phone).
telefonieren
verb
(ambitransitive) To (attempt to) contact someone using a telephone.
anrufen
verb
(ambitransitive) To (attempt to) contact someone using a telephone.

What does "telephone" mean?

  1. verb To call someone or pass on information using a phone.
    "She telephoned her mother the moment she landed."

telephone in a sentence

  • She telephoned her mother the moment she landed.
  • Please telephone the office if you'll be late.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "telephone" in German?

"telephone" in German is Telefon, Fernsprecher, Telephon. telephone means: To call someone or pass on information using a phone.

How do you use "telephone" in a sentence?

Example: "She telephoned her mother the moment she landed." In German, "telephone" is Telefon, Fernsprecher, Telephon.

Are there other ways to say "telephone" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "telephone": Telefon, Fernsprecher, Telephon, telefonieren, anrufen.

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